Associate Copywriter

Kansas City, MO (Hybrid)

$35K/yr – $75K/yrEntry LevelFull time

Posted 3 months ago

Job Summary

Own compelling social and digital copy that moves briefs from concept to final production while adapting voice to platform and audience.

  • Creative Copy: Craft clear, persuasive messages across mediums and platforms, focused on business outcomes.
  • Brand & Concept Collaboration: Partner with art directors to translate briefs into standout ideas and production-ready work.
  • Iterative storytelling: Lead brainstorms and feedback loops to refine tone, narrative, and cultural relevance.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Write clear, persuasive, and original copy for a variety of mediums, with a strong emphasis on digital and social platforms.
  • Collaborate closely with Art Directors and designers to develop conceptual ideas and execute them seamlessly from brief to final production.
  • Participate actively in creative brainstorms, contributing fresh perspectives and innovative solutions to client briefs.
  • Adapt and champion brand voices to suit different platforms, ensuring consistency and cultural relevance.
  • Present and explain creative concepts to internal teams, clearly articulating how the work achieves the desired business outcomes.
  • Revise and optimize copy based on internal and client feedback, demonstrating adaptability and a commitment to the best possible work.

Requirements

  • A strong portfolio showcasing creative copywriting skills, conceptual thinking, and an understanding of how to craft a narrative.
  • An understanding of brand voice and the ability to adapt tone across different channels and audiences.
  • Strong attention to detail, organization, and proofreading skills.

Preferred

  • Preferred: Experience with social-first campaigns, social media copywriting, or a background in developing social-focused creative.

Benefits

  • We offer a competitive benefits package, click WPP Benefits for more details.
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Associate Copywriter

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